Human Resources Assistant
Location: US, TX, Austin
Department: Human Resources
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Entry level
Required education: High School or equivalent
Industry: Human Resources
Function: Human Resources

Company profile:
Why CSD?CSD is not only a great place to work, but also to learn, grow and give back to the community. Our organization is made up of talented, motivated people from diverse cultural, educational and professional backgrounds. We believe in teamwork, shared ideas, and creating solutions together while respecting individuality and innovation. We seek out people who want to see their ideas put into action, are committed to making a difference and who believe that more is possible! Who We AreHere, you will discover colleagues who have passion for our company, our community, customers and each other, and that are led by a team of outstanding people who believe that more is possible from each and every one of us. 

Job description:
The Human Resources Assistant is responsible for providing day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Human Resources department. The HR Assistant serves as the initial HR point of contact for previous CSD employees as well as external organizations. The HR Assistant provides back-up support for CSD headquarters office management, based on organizational needs.Essential Functions • Assists with day to day operations of the HR department • Provides clerical and administrative support to HR team • Compiles and updates employee records and HR documents in both physical and electronic files • Processes documentation and prepares reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, etc.) • Provides support for new hire onboarding experience • Provides exceptional customer service to current and previous employees of CSD as well as outside points of contact • Maintains employee directories, company organizational chart, and supports the upkeep of CSD policies and procedures • Supports the development of documentation, presentations, official correspondence, and other materials for internal and external use • Drafts, processes, and distributes employee communications, including FMLA notices, COBRA notices, intranet articles, etc. • Supports employee events and helps coordinate logistics with Office Assistant • Conducts employee background and reference checks and responds to verifications of employment • Performs payroll/benefits reconciliations and audits bills for accuracy • Supports the recruitment function, including scheduling interviews and posting jobs to external sources • Administers employee anniversary program for local and remote employees • Creates and maintains standard operating procedures for HR activities • Assists HR staff with research and special projects • Provides back-up office management support to Austin headquarters in the absence of the Office Assistant, including upkeep of the CSD Café, making coffee, providing office tours, setting up/tear down for meetings, distributing mail, and providing a friendly welcome to every visitor to the office • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
REQUIRED•  High school diploma or equivalent•  One year of professional experience in administrative support•  Ability to communicate effectively using American Sign LanguagePREFERRED•  Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)•  Two years of professional experience supporting the Human Resources function

Benefits:
CSD offers a competitive benefits package for full-time employees. For a full list of benefits and perks, please visit the career page.Communication Service for the Deaf, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and drug free and tobacco free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, including individuals with a disability and protected veterans.